Dental Lab Fixed Technician

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist.
• Make sure all case contents are in the case pan according to the materials and TTPs (technical team policies) (number of impressions, second pours, bites, and any old crowns to be used for shading).
• Evaluate all model work to ensure standards are met in appearance and function.
• Inspect the model and designated die to verify it is not broken or damaged.
• Fit full cast crowns, inlays, metal copings, and metal framework to stone dies, removing bubbles and relieving tight areas until crown is fully seated
• Finish full cast crowns, adjusting occlusion and contacts as needed
• Fit and finish implant (custom or screw-retained) abutments
• Fit and finish post and cores, attachments, and crown-under-partials
• Reduce metal as needed to .3 mm on porcelain surfaces
• Fit all crowns to 2nd pours.
• Check on articulated model, verifying the bite and fit of the final product.
• Must be able to follow and understand the TTP’s to ensure that the results are consistent and accurate.
• Review final work and check completely that all quality standards have been met before passing the work to the next technician.
• Perform/Document routine scheduled Preventative Maintenance of equipment
• Participate in Company sponsored training and meetings as required
• Support and incorporate Apex Mission, Vision and Core Values
• Clean work area daily
• Perform other duties as required and assigned

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Manual dexterity, good hand-eye coordination, excellent perception skills and attention to details.
• Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve, using past experience and success to gauge best steps on future cases.
• Must be skilled in 1 or more task functions required of a Fixed Department Dental Technician

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 3 yrs. experience performing the functions of a Fixed Department Dental Lab Technician

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:

• High speed lathe
• Hand piece
• Laser welder
• Torch welder
• Bard Parker Blade
• Cyanoacrylate (Instant) Adhesives

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
• Detail oriented

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• A minimum of five years of experience required
• CDT preferred but not required

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:

• Small machinery
• Hand-pieces
• Chemicals